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Podcast: The Case Against Kouri Richins
Episode: Kouri Richins Psychology: Love Bombing & Trauma Bonding Deep Dive | Surviving the Fog Part 1
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Part 1 of "Surviving the Fog"—a five-part psychological examination of coercive control patterns, using the Kouri Richins case as a framework.How did Eric Richins not see what prosecutors allege was happening? $4.5 million in debt. A boyfriend. Allegedly buying fentanyl. All while he thought he had a marriage.The answer is documented in abuse research: love bombing.This episode breaks down the psychology:LOVE BOMBING: The overwhelming early attention that feels like finally being seen. The intensity that feels like fate. These personalities don't stumble into relationships—they select targets, study vuln...